Meet the 2020 Assisters
Sarah-Jane Peterschlingmann

Sarah-Jane Peterschlingmann

Sarah-Jane Peterschlingmann

Managing Director at ATech

I am Managing Director and owner of ATech, a company that helps large corporates and government deliver world leading digital solutions. Starting as a web developer, I helped to grow ATech from humble beginnings to million dollar revenues and an impressive list of high calibre clients including airlines, software companies, and all levels of government.

Career & Background

What inspired you to do what you are doing now?

I have always had a passion for business, investment and technology, even when I was a small child.

What was your journey and where are you headed in your career right now?

I am a part-time equity investor in both listed and private companies including Ad Robot, an automated video production tool. I also sit on the ICT Advisory Board for CQUniversity. I hold a Bachelor of Information Technology, and a Masters of Property Studies for which I was awarded the UQ Dean’s Honour Roll and UQ Dean’s Commendation for Academic Achievement. I am currently in the final stages of completing an Executive MBA.

My work has been recognised locally having been awarded the Sue Wickenden Entrepreneurial Award and the Queensland Pearcey Awards Hall of Fame as well as being named in the Smart 100 and Cool Company lists. My international awards include two gold Stevie Awards for International Website of the Year and Customer Service Department of the Year, as well as a Silver Stevie for Business Development Achievement.

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Your favourite food for thought

Books

Lean In // Sheryl Sandberg
Getting to Yes // Roger Fisher and William L. Ury
Eat that Frog // Brian Tracy

Podcasts / Thought Leaders

I don’t listen to podcasts – I’d rather listen to a well thought out, properly researched and prepared book on audible. The great courses are excellent.

What drives and inspires you

What are your core values?

  • Courage
  • Integrity
  • Love
  • Belief
  • Focus
  • Education
  • Dedication

Who is your biggest inspiration and why?

Rosa Parks. If you don’t know who she is, google it. She showed us that one person can change the world, even a sweet little old lady.

You as a Mentor

Why have you decided to become a mentor?

I am doing what I wish someone had done for me.

What are the top 5 skills or qualities you bring to mentoring?

  • Asking powerful questions
  • Connected
  • Knowledgeable
  • Nurturing
  • Passionate

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